Longines LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK PROTOTYPEvsZelos GT

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Flyback Prototype for its attractive finishing, COSC-certified movement, and value as a flyback chronograph. Reviewers highlight its refined 39.5mm case and simplified dial, while some owners appreciate the reduced thickness and improved wearability compared to larger variants, with a lug-to-lug distance noted as potentially long for smaller wrists. The watch features a 68-hour power reserve and a bespoke L791.4 movement. However, the case thickness is a consistent point of discussion, with multiple sources citing 17mm, though some reviewers suggest thoughtful design makes it wear closer to 13.5-14mm. Owners are split on the dial's aesthetic, with some preferring previous configurations with gold subdial rings and concentric textures over the current flat matte dial and cut-off numbers. The leather strap is also noted as stiff and pinching.

The Zelos GT is lauded for its value and bold design, with owners highlighting the cool power reserve meter and superb 3-point micro-adjust bracelet. Some owners find the case and lugs could hug the wrist better, and the bracelet is noted as being quite long, requiring significant link removal for a 7.1-inch wrist. The dark green dial, while inspired by Lamborghini, is described as appearing mostly black. Overall, owners rate the Zelos GT highly for its value and the quality of its bracelet at the price point.